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Merchant Licenses

Merchant Licenses

Merchant Definition

Missouri Law 150.010 RSMo 1994 indicates that every person, corporation, co-partnership, or association of persons who deals in selling goods, wares, and merchandise at any store, stand or place occupied for that purpose is a merchant.

When to Get a Merchants License

A Merchants License is required when all of the following are true:

  • You own or operate a business
  • The business is located in Butler County, either within or outside the city limits of any incorporated area
  • There is a sales tax number issued to the business by the Missouri Department of Revenue

City Licensing Requirements

If your business is within the city limits, you should also check with the city for their licensing requirements.

Businesses That Do Not Require a License

You do not need a Merchants License if any of the following apply:

  • You are a registered motor vehicle dealer and your primary business is selling motor vehicles
  • You are a physician, dentist, or veterinarian selling medicines, at either wholesale or retail, used in your practice
  • You are a farmer who grows or processes any article of farm produce or farm products on your farm, as long as you do not have a regular stand or place of business away from your farm

How to Get Merchants License

To get a Merchants License, visit the Butler County Collector’s Office or call 573-686-8088 for a Merchants License Registration Form (PDF).

State Sales Tax Number

Your state sales tax number must be included on the form. If you need more information regarding state sales taxes, please contact the Missouri Department of Revenue in Jefferson City at 573-751-5860.

Submitting the Form
Return the completed form and check for $25 made out to Butler County Collector to the Collector’s office at:
100 N Main Street
Room 105
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Methods of Payment

For more information on paying for licenses and tax bills, see our Methods of Payment page.

Receiving Your License

Your validated license will be mailed to you at the address included on the application.

Additional Licenses

If your business is located within any incorporated area within Butler County, please contact the local clerk to determine what, if any, licenses are required.

  • Fisk City Collector - 573-967-3810
  • Neelyville City Collector - 573-989-6222
  • Poplar Bluff City Collector - 573-686-8616
  • Qulin City Collector - 573-328-4488

Employment Opportunities

Butler County will post jobs to this page when available.

Missouri Property Tax Credit Program

Tax Relief

Missouri Property Tax Credit Program

Refund Qualifications
You may qualify for a refund if you or your spouse meet 1 of the following qualifications:

  • Claimant or spouse must be 65 years of age or older on or before the last day of the calendar year and a resident of Missouri for the entire year
  • Claimant or spouse is a veteran of any branch of the armed forces of the United States or this state and is 100% disabled as a result of such service
  • Claimant or spouse is 100% disabled
  • Claimant has reached age 60 on or before the last day of the calendar year and is receiving surviving spouse social security benefits

Income Guidelines
In addition, your total household income, including social security benefits, must follow the guidelines below.

Tax Years 2008-2009
Certain individuals are eligible to claim up to $750 if they pay rent or $1,100 if they pay real estate tax on the home they own and occupy. If you rent from a facility that does not pay property taxes, you are not eligible for a property tax credit.

  • Renters/Part-Year Owners
    • If single, your total household income must be $27,500 or less
    • If married filing combined, your total household income must be $29,500 or less
  • Owned and Occupied Your Home the Entire Year
    • If single, your total household income must be $30,000 or less.
    • If married filing combined, your total household income must be $34500 or less.

Tax Years 2006-2007
Certain individuals are eligible to claim up to $750 if they pay rent or pay real estate tax on the home they own and occupy.

  • Total household income must be $25,000 or less if filing single or $27,000 if married filing combined.
  • A 2006 claim must be filed by April 15, 2010, or a refund will not be issued.
  • Filing early (before April) ensures a quicker refund.

FAQs
Frequently asked questions and answers can also be found by visiting the Missouri Department of Revenue website.

Contact

Click on the links below for more information:

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Public Administrator

Road & Bridge Department

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Search Personal Property Tax Info

Welcome to the Butler County tax website. As a part of our mission to provide our customers with better online services, this site allows you to search, view, pay, and print information about your Butler County, City of Poplar Bluff, City of Qulin, and City of Neelyville property taxes.

Tax Data

The property tax data is for information purposes only. The information may not reflect the most current records. Please let us know of any discrepancies.

Value Assessment

The property tax values were determined by the Butler County Assessor of Property Office (573-686-8084). The tax rates were set by the Butler County Board of Commissioners and the governing bodies of each city. Assessed values are subject to change by the Butler County Assessor of Property in accordance with the Missouri Code Annotated.

Disclaimer

Butler County and the Butler County Collector does not represent, warrant, or guarantee the accuracy, either in whole or in part, implicitly or explicitly, or at all, or any data or the use or interpretation of data. The information does not constitute a legal document for the description of these properties. The Butler County Collector disclaims any responsibility or liability for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of this data.

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Paying Delinquent Taxes

To search and pay Delinquent Property Taxes, please visit the Butler County Collector’s Office.

 

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Pay Taxes

Pay Taxes

Paying by Mail

Payments can be mailed to:
Emily Parks, Collector
100 N Main Street
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Check Information

One check may be written for multiple tax bills. Please remit the correct total due, include the account numbers on your signed check, and make checks payable to Emily Parks, Collector.
Unsigned checks will be returned and applicable late charges may apply.

Receipts

The entire amount due must be paid before a receipt will be mailed.

Mail Policies

  • Payment must have a U.S. postmark date no later than December 31 to be timely.
  • Payments with postmarks after December 31 will be assessed applicable penalties and fees.
  • Please do not mail cash.
  • The post office date (postmark) determines the timeline for the payment
  • Unless the postmark is canceled by the U.S. Postal Service, any meter applied postage must be dated and received by the collector on or before December 31 to be timely.

Paying by Phone

Call 573-686-8088 to pay by credit or debit card. More than one bill may be paid in 1 transaction.

Fees

When using a credit card, a convenience fee of 2.50% of the total bill will be charged to each transaction.

Paying In Person

Visit the Butler County Collector to pay your taxes in person. When paying property taxes in person, the collector’s office accepts tax payments by:

  • Cash
  • Cashier's check
  • Credit card
    • American Express
    • Discover
    • MasterCard
    • Visa
  • Money order
  • Personal check

Paying Multiple Bills

Multiple bills of real estate, personal property, special assessments, and licenses may be processed together in one transaction.

Receipts

Receipts will be provided at the time of payment

Drop-Box Location

A drop box is located on the east side of the Butler County Courthouse at 100 North Main Street. Please do not place cash in the drop box. The drop box is emptied several times daily and at midnight on December 31.